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Custom orthotics

Proper foot functioning allows us to move freely without pain or dysfunction. Effective walking, running, dancing and jumping all depend on the proper foot biomechanics. Our practitioners prescribe custom orthotics after a thorough assessment and gait analysis. We use The Footmaxx System for fabrication of our orthotics.

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Foot biomechanics

Foot biomechanics is the study of the relationship of the foot to the lower leg. During walking and other movements the musculoskeletal system can generate a lot of force. Good mechanical functioning depends on many muscles and tissues of the foot.

An athlete stretches out her stride: diagram of the places and joints that orthotics affect.

The health of your body rests on your feet

Pain and disorders that can be addressed through prescription orthotics include:

  • lower back pain
  • piriformis syndrome
  • patello-femoral syndrome
  • shin splints
  • achilles tendonitis
  • heel spur syndrome
  • bunions

How we do it

We use a computerized dynamic weight bearing gait analysis. It is a state of the art technology that allows static and dynamic computer analysis of the foot and lower extremity. The Metascan plate provides detailed and precise information on function and movement patterns. Lastly, the orthotics are manufactured by 3Dmaxx Metascan or Foam Casts.

Sport specific

There are eleven sport specific Footmaxx orthotics available:

  • cross trainer
  • basketball
  • golf
  • cycling
  • marathoner
  • soccer
  • baseball
  • hockey
  • football
  • ski
  • tennis
Two X-ray images of a right foot, from top and side, with a hot spot diagram to the right.

What our patients say about us

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I’m on the path to recovery

“Joseph was excellent and figured out my shoulder problem in no time and now I’m on the path to recovery. Fortunately, you don’t have to go to a doctor for a referral and my insurance covers most of the cost.” Colin Arkinstall
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Great place with caring people

“This is a great place with caring people. I had my first pain-free day after my initial visit and was able to play hockey with little to no pain. Thanks Jamie!” Jiva Morris
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Excellent

“Excellent – managed to work through all the necessary joints and muscles with much less pain than I have experienced with others in the past!” Doug Funk
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Lovely environment

“Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Clean facilities. Lovely environment.” Erin Maclean
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I have always benefited from treatment

“Sandy is an elite athlete herself, as she can relate to pain areas for anyone or everyone. I have always benefitted from her treatment. I strongly recommend her services.” Hari Kaku
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Everything I could have asked for

“My experience at Arbutus Physiotherapy was everything I could have asked for. The receptionists were always so kind and welcoming whenever I came through the door, and they were easy to communicate with. I was never intimidated or unsure when interacting with them. Whenever I would call the reception, I was consistently greeted with a…